February 16, 2021 – Decatur is offering free tax preparation assistance for seniors and families with less than $50,000 in total income and individuals with $25,000 or less in total income. The Decatur-Macon County Senior Center’s tax service information is listed below, with the Decatur Public Library’s free tax service under that.
Senior Center:
Trained AARP Volunteers will provide Income Tax preparation assistance at the Senior Center starting today. For assistance, please call the Senior Center at 429-1239 to schedule an appointment. Appointments are available from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. noon Monday thru Friday. COVID-19 protection requirements will be observed. Masks and social distancing will be required. In case of inclement weather, call the Senior Center to make sure the Senior Center is open.
- Proof of identification (photo ID) for Taxpayer and Spouse
- Social Security cards for you, your spouse, and dependents or a Social Security number verification letter issued by the Social Security Administration.
- An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) assignment letter may be substituted for you, your spouse, and your dependents if you do not have a Social Security Number.
- Birth dates for you, your spouse, and dependents on the tax return.
- Wage and income statements (Form W-2, 1099, W-2G, 1099-R, 1099- Misc., SSA-1099) from all employers and other sources of income.
- Interest and dividend statements from banks and brokerages (Form 1099. 1099-INT, 1099-DIV).
- Supporting documents for itemized deductions, if applicable.
- For Illinois homeowners, a copy of the real estate tax bill.
- A copy of last year’s federal and state tax returns, if available.
- Proof of bank account routing and account numbers for direct deposit such as a blank check.
- To prepare a married-filing-joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms.
- Total paid to daycare provider and daycare provider’s tax identifying number such as their Social Security Number or business Employer Identification Number.
- Form 1095-A, Affordable Health Care Statement if health insurance was purchased through the Health Care Exchange.
Decatur Public Library:
The Decatur Public Library will host three rounds of filing: February 18-27 for appointments for patrons 30 years old and under, March 1-13 for appointments for patrons 30-50 years old, and March 25-April 1 for appointments for patrons 50 years and over.
Call 217-424-6381 Monday-Friday between 1-4 pm to schedule your appointment. This service is by appointment only.
What to bring:
- All W-2s, W2G, and 1099s for the year(s) you want to file.
- Social security cards or Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITINs) for all family members.
- Valid photo identification for all family members.
- Copies of last year’s State and Federal tax returns.
- Proof of bank account number and routing number (if you choose direct deposit for your refund).
- Total amount paid for daycare and the necessary ID numbers.
- Property tax bill.
- Amount spent on college expenses.
This is a free service provided by students of Millikin University. The Decatur Public Library provides the location.
